Logistics Specialist

Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global producer seeks a Logistics Specialist in New Bedford, MA. This role involves coordinating shipping operations, managing logistics costs, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong project planning skills and a minimum of 7 years experience in logistics.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunity for skill expansion

Welcoming company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience in logistics/shipping operations.
• In-depth knowledge of distribution processes and regulations.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics activities including shipment documentation.
• Negotiate freight costs and track shipping efficiency.
• Analyze transportation procedures to maximize cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Project Planning

Strong Communication

Prioritization

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Company Description

Ulbrich was established in 1924 and is family-owned and privately held. An international corporation with subsidiaries located in the US, Mexico, Germany, and Austria. Ulbrich employs over 700 people worldwide.

At Ulbrich, we are Improving Lives with More Than Metal. We work hard for each other, our families, and the communities we live in. The respect and integrity of Ulbrich team members, dedication to their professions, collaborative participation in lean, and ensuring that safety comes first, has created a culture that has a positive impact on the lives of many. We connect with the world through our responsibility to produce critical products that benefit mankind.

The Ulbrich culture is guided by a set of shared values we call Our Core Tenets. The tenets we live by each day are Continuous Improvement, Quality Commitment, Family Values, Total Company Involvement, and Customer Responsiveness. Through practicing these shared values, we drive profitable growth and success.

Come join the Ulbrich team and become part of a greater purpose and a promising future!

Job Description

We are currently seeking Logistics Specialist to become part of the Ulbrich Precision Alloys team located in New Bedford, MA. Ulbrich Precision Alloys is a global producer of high-performance materials and solutions for a variety of markets. We partner with our customers to deliver extraordinary materials that enable our customers to reach new heights with their demanding applications.

The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing activities associated with the documentation, scheduling, preparation and shipment of outgoing products, materials and other items. Perform verification of incoming freight, completion and retention of related documentation. Perform ongoing analysis of transportation and distribution procedures in order to maximize delivery efficiency and cost effectiveness. Remain current on related regulations affecting foreign and domestic distribution and shipping efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(The essential duties and responsibilities listed below are not all encompassing. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned consistent with business requirements.)

• Research, identify, and maintain ongoing record of available commercial shipping and international transportation service providers.
• Negotiate freight cost with selected carriers to maximize savings.
• Research alternative transportation modes and obtain competitive quote for shipping requirements. Prepare recommendation regarding carrier and distribution method based on specified delivery and cost parameters,
• Track and monitor efficiency of current freight carriers and practices. Analyze associated cost and delivery statistics. Recommend modifications in vendors and/or practices to maximize delivery service and cost savings.
• Collaborate with purchasing by obtaining competitive quotations for delivery services.
• Recommend operations as to the recommended distribution mode that aligns with desired delivery and cost parameters.
• Coordinate, investigate, research and resolve customer complaints regarding, lost, incomplete or delayed shipments. Track, trace, and expedite lost or delayed shipments as necessary.
• Escalate to manager any issues of a nature that may impact timely receipt of product by customer.
• Receive, process, and maintain records related to freight claims and rebates.
• Research and remain current transportation regulations.
• Advise shipping and operational staff regarding regulations impacting distribution efforts and product delivery.
• Prepare statistical freight cost analysis and related reports for leadership team.
• Track, maintain and prepare monthly distribution activity report by product, distribution method, and other statistically relevant factors.
• Ensure compliance with all quality system procedures and requirements as documented in the Company’s Quality System and as pertain to area of functional responsibility.
• Review certifications to verify compliance of order/specification requirements for both UNE and USSM orders.
• Correct part file if order/specification requirements are inaccurate.
• Coordinate with other departments if Certification is incomplete in system.
• Gathers data from various resources to be sent with the certification packet to the customer.
• Performs detailed laboratory data entry for certifications in a timely manner, including the review of data in order to verify compliance with order/specification requirements. Confirm customer required data is recorded, including but not limited to specification charts, vendor certifications, outside testing reports to be compiled and sent to customer.
• Regular attendance at work is required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 7 years of experience within the field of domestic/international logistics/shipping operations.
• In depth knowledge of the distribution process in its entirely in a manufacturing company.
• In depth knowledge of commercial and public distribution and shipping modes.
• In depth knowledge of distribution related regulations.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite software applications such as Excel and Word.
• Demonstrated project planning and follow through skills.
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently balance concurrent and changing priorities.
• Demonstrated resolution and result oriented focus.
• Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  
  

Additional Information

This position offers competitive salary and benefits and the opportunity to expand your skills within a company that offers both a diverse workforce and a welcoming company culture.

Ulbrich is an Equal Opportunity Employer